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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 74 total documented species.
Ragweed

Buttonweed
Black Sumac
Horseweed
Woodbine

Althea
Burningbush

Blackside Darter
Frostroot

Wild Petunia

Ginkgo

Oleaster

Pigeon Grass

Pleurisy Root
Mayapple
Sassafras

Orpin Sarmenteux
Snapweed
Beebalm

Cosmos
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Wayne County County, Illinois
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Wayne County County.
The Wayne County ecosystem supports 74 documented wildlife species across 70 taxonomic genera. Located in Wayne County, Illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Fairfield, Wayne County hosts 30% more species diversity. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 66 Wayne County County natural areas, placing it in the 95th percentile for biodiversity.